After using a third-round pick on Michael Gallup and acquiring the versatileTavon Austin via trade with the Los Angeles Rams, the Cowboys continue to shake up the wide receiver position.
Dallas traded Ryan Switzer to the Raiders in exchange for defensive lineman Jihad Ward, the Cowboys announced. NFL Network reporters Ian Rapoport and Jane Slater first reported the news.
Switzer's time in Dallas proved short.
He appeared in 16 games, totaling six catches for 41 yards. Switzer made his mark on special teams as a returner, where he posted 29 punt returns for 256 yards and a touchdown. He added 600 yards on 24 kickoff returns.